Test 2 Spring

Question 1

Causes of WWI

Answer 1

Militarism
Alliances
Nationalism
Imperialism
Assassination

Question 2

Woodrow Wilson (1913-1921)

Answer 2

Had great hope for world and believed America was a pure wind, he believed in an open world.

Wanted neutrality shown by Proclamation of Neutrality

After the war peoples opinion of humanity was tainted

Question 3

How WW1 Started

Answer 3

Bosnia is between Serbia and Austria Hungary, Austria Hungary took Bosnia Hertzgovinia, Serbian Nationalists wanted to create an independant slavic state.

Russia pledged allegiance to Serbia, and France pledged to Russia,

Germany declares war on France and Russia, Great Britain declares war on France

Question 4

Why Didn’t the US want to Join WW1

Answer 4

1.Habit of Non interference
2.Immigrints on both sides
3.Avoidance of European Alliances that dragged them into war

Question 5

Undercuts to American WW1 Neutrality

Answer 5

1.The many immigrated Americans

2.German aggression

3.American Economic links

4.U Boats - not allowing passengers to escape (William Jennings Brian asked Germany to stop and Britain would disarm merchant vessels so they sank 90 ships in 3 months

5.Zimmerman Telegram

Question 6

Treaty of Versaii

Answer 6

1. Germany ceded Alsace Lorraine
2. Germany and Russia not rep. most negotiating done by Brit. Us. France. and Italy
3. Not ratified by the US

Question 7

Lagacy of WW1

Answer 7

Unrestled to ceasing of labor reform

ended idealism

Treaty of Paris and the leauge of Nations

20 million killed

The map of Europe was changed, Ottoman, Austria Hungary, and Russia

The United States emerged as a world power

Question 8

Post WW1 America

Answer 8

1. Black Immigration started with war economy(renaissance) / Marcus Garvey (Back 2 Africa)
2. Immigration restrictions going back to late 1800s, unrestricted immigration from western hemisphere
3. Red Scare - Palmer Riads of radical organizations
4. Eugene Debbs was popular socialist\
5. Suffrage
6. Prohibition
7. Klu Klux Klan
8. Fundamentalism - Bible, evolution bad, solution to corruption of cities(epperson v Arkansas)

Question 9

Suffrage

Answer 9

1. Women wanted rights :(
2. 19th Amendment 1919, didn’t change that much
3. Equal Rights Amendment pass 1972

Question 10

Gov Corruption

Answer 10

1. Harding in Teapot Dome Scandal - gave land to oil companies for cheap taking cut
2. Many politicians taking bribes

Question 11

Explain the Origins and Goals of the New Deal

Answer 11

Origins - Great depression of 1930s caused by lots of credit from us and bank loans, less buying, less producing, stock market collapse on Black Tuesday

Goals
Relief for poor like Social Security
Recovery: stimulate economy through Works Progress Administration (WPA)and CCC
Reform: Financial reform aimed at stabilizing the banking system (Glass-Steagall Act) and regulating the stock market (Securities Exchange Act) to prevent future economic collapses.

Question 12

How was the new deal specific and similar to and different from Populism and Progressivism

Answer 12

Populism -
Similarity: Both wanted economic reform with more gov. intervention
Difference: Populism primarily focused on agrarian issues and monetary policy reform, while the New Deal targeted immediate relief for the unemployed, economic recovery, and financial regulation on a national scale.

Progressivism
Similarities: Both eras aimed to address problems caused by rapid industrialization and urbanization. Gov. Regulation
Differences: Progressivism focused on social issues like working conditions, child labor, and women’s suffrage. The New Deal was a response to the Great Depression and focused on economic recovery and relief programs.

Question 13

What was the legacy and impact of the New Deal?

Answer 13

Social Safety Net: It established a social safety net through programs like Social Security and unemployment insurance, providing support for vulnerable populations.
Government Intervention: The New Deal expanded the role of the federal government in regulating the economy and protecting citizens from economic hardship, shaping the modern welfare state.
Infrastructure Development: Large-scale public works projects improved infrastructure across the country, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
Political Realignment: The New Deal coalition, which included labor unions, minorities, and urban voters, reshaped American politics and contributed to the dominance of the Democratic Party for decades.
Environmental protection from the government - many parks and lakes and damns

Question 14

What parts of the New deal where successful and which where not?

Answer 14

Successful
Job Creation: Programs like the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) provided employment for millions, building infrastructure and conserving natural resources.
Financial Regulation: The Glass-Steagall Act separated commercial and investment banking, helping to stabilize the banking system and prevent another financial crisis until its repeal in 1999.
Social Security: The Social Security Act established a system of retirement benefits and provided a safety net for elderly and disabled Americans, significantly reducing poverty among seniors.

Not Successful:
Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA): The AAA aimed to raise farm prices by paying farmers to reduce production, but it led to overproduction and increased food prices for consumers while benefiting larger farms over small farmers.
National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA): The NIRA attempted to regulate industry and establish fair labor practices, but its codes were criticized for favoring big business and stifling competition, ultimately being declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
Racial Discrimination: Many New Deal programs excluded or discriminated against African Americans and other minorities, perpetuating racial inequalities despite the overall benefits of the New Deal.

Question 15

What where the Origins of American involvement in WWII?

Answer 15

Axis Aggression: The aggressive expansionist policies of Nazi Germany, Italy, and Japan threatened stability in Europe and Asia which where trading partners
Isolationism and Neutrality: Initially, the United States pursued a policy of isolationism and neutrality, but events like the attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan in December 1941 prompted a shift in public opinion.
Allied Support: The United States provided material and financial support to Allied nations, particularly Great Britain and the Soviet Union, through programs like Lend-Lease.

Question 16

How did WW1 lead to WW2

Answer 16

Treaty of Versailles: The treaty imposed harsh penalties on Germany, which many Germans felt were unfair and humiliating. This resentment fueled a desire for revenge and a willingness to support extreme leaders like Adolf Hitler. Lost valuable land like Aslace Laurane

Rise of nationalism: The war weakened empires and encouraged nationalist movements in new countries carved out of those empires. These nationalistic rivalries increased tensions in Europe.

Economic instability: The war devastated the economies of many European countries. This economic hardship created fertile ground for the rise of totalitarian regimes.

Weakness of the League of Nations: The League of Nations, the international body formed after WWI to prevent future wars, lacked the power to enforce its decisions. This ineffectiveness emboldened aggressive leaders like Hitler, apeasement

Question 17

How did the US entering the war affect Domestic Policies and Actions?

Answer 17

Mobilizing for War
Economy: The US shifted to a war footing. Industries converted to produce war materiel, rationing ensured essential supplies reached everyone, and government spending soared. This economic mobilization helped pull the country out of the Great Depression.
Military: Millions of Americans enlisted, and factories churned out massive quantities of weapons and equipment.

Social Impact
Women: With men serving overseas, women entered the workforce in unprecedented numbers, taking on jobs in factories, shipyards, and other sectors.
Minorities: African Americans and other minorities also faced labor shortages but still encountered discrimination in hiring and promotions. However, wartime opportunities gradually chipped away at these barriers.
Propaganda: The government used posters, films, and radio to promote patriotism and national unity.

Government Power
Federal Expansion: The federal government took on a much larger role in managing the economy and daily life. This included rationing, price controls, and wage freezes.
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